Archive for March, 2012
Prominent national philosopher discusses democracy’s need for the humanities
RENO, Nev. – Veteran journalist Bill Moyers has said, “When Martha Nussbaum speaks, people listen.” Northern Nevadans will have a chance to listen to Nussbaum, considered one of the most prominent moral philosophers of today, at 7 p.m., April 12, when she speaks at the University of Nevada, Reno’s Nightingale Concert Hall.... more
Spring art events blossom at the University of Nevada, Reno
RENO, Nev.– This spring, the University of Nevada, Reno School of the Arts provides audiences opportunities to explore and experience a wide variety of arts events.... more
University Police remind public to reduce speed and raise awareness
Long-term construction along North Virginia Street poses safety concerns; continued effort to remind community of safe traffic and pedestrian practices … more
Satres announce $5 million gift to University of Nevada, Reno
RENO, Nev. – In an effort to address the state’s most pressing needs, including health care and K-12 education, Phil and Jennifer Satre have announced a $5 million gift to the University of Nevada, Reno Foundation from the Satre Family Fund at the Community Foundation of Western Nevada.... more
RENO, Nev. – Civil and Environmental Engineering students at the University of Nevada, Reno paddled their 160-pound concrete canoe to… more
Barbara Davidson receives Frank McCulloch Award for Courage in Journalism
RENO, Nev. – Los Angeles Times photojournalist Barbara Davidson doesn’t know exactly what inspired her to become a photojournalist, but she decided it was what she wanted to do when she was 15 years old, before she ever took a photo.... more
The University’s featured events for Monday, March 26 – Saturday, March 31
RENO, Nev. – The University of Nevada, Reno is featuring the following events this week: ... more
National sports historian authors new edition of “Sports in American Life”
RENO, Nev. – When Richard Davies began teaching “The History of American Sports” at the University of Nevada, Reno in 1994, he was one of the first to offer sports as a way to bring American history and pop culture to life in the classroom. Now, the prolific author and often-quoted sports historian’s Sports in American Life: A History (2007) textbook is used in many of about 300 such courses offered across the country. ... more
James Faulds named University of Nevada, Reno’s Bureau of Mines and Geology director
RENO, Nev. – James Faulds will become the new State Geologist and Director of the Nevada Bureau of Mines and… more
Alternative Break Club provides unique community service trips over spring break
Nevada students have opportunity to gain volunteer experience in Point Reyes and rural Nevada RENO, Nev. – The University of… more
